Platforms

Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin Super Dombasle Cork Ankle Strap Platforms

by Irina on April 18, 2012

UPDATE: This post has been updated on April 18, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

Monsieur Christian Louboutin transports us back into the 70′s with his groovy “Super Dombasle” cork platforms. Well, describing these just as platforms might be a slight understatement. SUPER MEGA BADASS PLATFORMS would be more fitting, I guess. I don’t know whether I would be daring enough to rock these 6 inchers, but I sure love the bright turquoise suede on these and cork shoes are ideal spring/summer shoes.

Christian Louboutin Super Dombasle Cork Ankle Strap Platforms in turquoise suede

Christian Louboutin “Super Dombasle” Cork Ankle Strap Platforms
($595, Christian Louboutin)

C Label Denda-1A Platforms

UPDATE (04/18/2012): Yay, just came across another Louboutin look-a-like. These faux-cork/faux-leather platforms by C Label cost a very wallet-friendly $39.95 and come in 4 colors: turquoise, fuchsia, black and brown.

C Label Denda-1A Platforms in turquoise (Christian Louboutin Super Dombasle knockoffs)

C Label Denda-1A Platformscj
($39.95, Endless)

Steve Madden “GURLLEE” Cork Platforms

HOT DEAL: Use promo code “SMSPRING15” to get 15% OFF + Free Shipping on your order of $75 or more! Offer valid until 06/30/12.

To no one’s surprise Steve Madden has copied Louboutin’s mega platforms, but tamed them a little by reducing the platform by 1.25 inches which I actually prefer because it makes them so much more wearable. If you’re not into brights, these beauties also come in blue or black floral print.

Steve Madden "GURLLEE" Cork Platforms in turquoise suede (Christian Louboutin Super Dombasle knockoffs)

Steve Madden “GURLLEE” Cork Platformsls
($129.95, Steve Madden)

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Real vs. Steal – Stella McCartney Maia Cork Platform Wedges

by Irina on April 18, 2012

UPDATE: This post has been updated on April 18, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

I’m a big fan of Stella McCartney! Very much like with Prada and Miu Miu I might not approve of EVERYTHING that is shown on the runways, but when I find myself liking something from these designers chances are high I really, really LOVE it. Case in point: Stella’s “Maia” cork wedge from last year. Despite the remote resemblance of Birkenstock shoes I am still highly attracted to this wedge. Also, how genius is the pink lining? It’s small details like these that can turn a good shoe into a truly great one. What’s not so great about it? Oh yeah, I forgot… the steep price of $735. Also the fact that it’s sold out.

Stella McCartney Maia Cork Platform Wedges in natural

Stella McCartney Maia Cork Platform Wedges
($735, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Stella McCartney

Michelle Williams and Emily Deschanel wearing Stella McCartney Maia Cork Platform Wedges

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ASOS “Hitch” Cork Wedge Sandals

UPDATE (04/18/2012): Just stumbled upon another great Stella McCartney look-a-like by ASOS.

ASOS "Hitch" Cork Wedge Sandals (Stella McCartney Maia knockoffs)

ASOS “Hitch” Cork Wedge Sandalsls
($118.16, ASOS)

Dune “Nina D” Cork Wedge Sandals

UPDATE (05/20/2011): And here’s another fabulous Stella McCartney look-a-like by Dune for all the UK/European Maia fans. Bonus: everything on their site is on sale right now! These cork wedges here would normally cost £75, but are currently down to £60. Not sure when this promo ends though, so you better order fast if you want to take advantage of this sweet deal.

Dune "Nina D" Cork Wedge Sandals in taupe (Stella McCartney Maia knockoffs)

Dune “Nina D” Cork Wedge Sandalsls
(£60, Dune)

Jean-Michel Cazabat Paloma Wedge Espadrilles

UPDATE (04/07/2011): Found a second though pretty steep Stella McCartney alternative by Jean-Michel Cazabat.

Jean-Michel Cazabat Paloma Wedge Espadrilles in brown (Stella McCartney knockoffs)

Jean-Michel Cazabat Paloma Wedge Espadrillescj
($240, Endless)

BCBgeneration “Crespo” Wedge Sandals

Thanks to BCBGeneration, we can now rock our own Stella McCartney wedges for a fraction of the price. Their “Crespo” wedge sandal is an almost identical copy of the “Maia” even though I wish it had the same hot pink lining as the original. But at $71.99 I am not one to complain. Available in gold, stone, black/white and light peach (shown below).

BCBgeneration "Crespo" Wedge Sandals in light peach (Stella McCartney Maia knockoffs)

BCBgeneration “Crespo” Wedge Sandalsendless
($71.99, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Shoes.com.

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Real vs. Steal – Chloé Penelope Wedge Sandals

by Roseanne on April 18, 2012

Menswear is ultimately my favorite trend, but the femininity of these Chloé wedges is irresistible. Though they may have a feminine touch, you can wear them in a multitude of ways including menswear aesthetic. The bow tie adds just the right amount of dynamism between it and the design, without distracting from the simplistic beauty of the shoe. This would be a very fashion-worthy splurge if they were in my budget. As I am not able to invest in Chloé wedges, the steal below is a splendid alternative.

Chloé Penelope Wedge Sandals in camel

Chloé Penelope Wedge Sandalsls
($695, Saks)

P.S.: Also available at NET-A-PORTERls & The Shoe Boxpj.

Celebrities Love Chloé

Rachel Bilson and LeAnn Rimes wearing Chloé Penelope Wedge Sandals

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Chinese Laundry “Daiquiri” Wedge Sandals

UPDATE (04/18/2012): Chinese Laundry has also come up with a very similar wedge sandal. Don’t forget: you can save 15% on regular priced shoes at Chinese Laundry with code “CL15REG323” through 4/30/12!

Chinese Laundry "Daiquiri" Wedge Sandals in black and brown (Chloé Penelope knockoffs)

Chinese Laundry “Daiquiri” Wedge Sandalscj
($170, Chinese Laundry)

Steve Madden “ANGUILLA” Wedge Sandals

HOT DEAL: Use promo code “SMSPRING15” to get 15% OFF + Free Shipping on your order of $75 or more! Offer valid until 06/30/12.

Steve Madden earns the role of a hero when it comes to imitating designs from very lavish labels, hence Chloé. First off, I have to mention my affinity for these shoes because I simply cannot find a single flaw about them. The wedge height is stellar, and so is every other detail! They are lacking the bow detail, but the buckle makes a wonderful substitute and really adds a casual element. If I have yet to convince you, check them out in a variety of tones such as natural, black, and brown.

Steve Madden "ANGUILLA" Wedge Sandals in natural (Chloé Penelope knockoffs)

Steve Madden “ANGUILLA” Wedge Sandalsls
($129.95, Steve Madden)

P.S.: Also available at NORDSTROMls.

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Real vs. Steal – Yves Saint Laurent Palais Yellow Suede Platform Pumps

by Irina on April 17, 2012

UPDATE: This post has been updated on April 17, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

So I know I blogged about Yves Saint Laurent‘s Palais pumps before, but the yellow version is just so lovely I had to dedicate them a post on their own. I remember first seeing them in yellow on The Shoegirl’s blog who called them her banana shoes (haha, so true! ;) ). I have yet to purchase my first pair of yellow shoes… do you own yellow shoes? I’d love to make these YSLs mine, but a) they’re so sold out by now and b) even if they weren’t, they’d be way out of my regular shoe shopping budget, so off I was to search for a more wallet-friendly alternative…

Yves Saint Laurent Palais Yellow Suede Platform Pumps

Yves Saint Laurent Palais Yellow Suede Platform Pumpsls
($720, NORDSTROM)

EXPRESS Peep-toe Platform Pumps

UPDATE (04/17/2012): And here’s another YSL Palais look-a-like with a peep-toe. These faux leather pumps by EXPRESS come in yellow and black.

EXPRESS Peep-toe Platform Pumps in yellow (YSL Yves Saint Laurent Palais knockoffs)

EXPRESS Peep-toe Platform Pumps
($79.90, EXPRESS)

Kelsi Dagger “Abrielle” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (11/17/2011): These Kelsi Dagger pumps are probably one of the most blatant knockoffs I’ve ever come across, but I kind of love them. Why? Because they’re way more accessible at $79.99 than at $700+. Available in yellow, orange, green, blue and black suede as well as black patent.

Kelsi Dagger "Abrielle" Platform Pumps in yellow, orange, green and black suede (YSL Palais knockoffs)

Kelsi Dagger “Abrielle” Platform Pumpscj
($79.99, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at 6pmcj, Heels.com, Zalando.co.uk, REVOLVEClothingcj, Zalando.deaffilinet, Dillard’sls & Macy’sls.

Promise “Lego” Platform Pumps

As with the blue Palais version, Promise once again comes to a broke fashionista’s rescue. But at that time no one had this knockoff in yellow which changed recently when I spied these YSL look-a-likes at Heels.com. Yes, it’s more of a mustard color than a true sunshiney yellow, but at $54.99 I won’t be the one to complain. Also available in black or fuchsia faux suede.

Promise "Lego" Platform Pumps in mustard faux suede (Yves Saint Laurent Palais knockoffs)

Promise “Lego” Platform Pumps
($49.49, Heels.com)

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Real vs. Steal – Giuseppe Zanotti Sharon Two-Tone Satin Platform Pumps

by Juliana on April 11, 2012

These heels by Giuseppe Zanotti were made for your inner bombshell. They are quietly sexy, but definitely noticeable with their expertly placed ankle straps… designed to flatter curves you didn’t know you had. Wear them with a short cocktail dress or satin shorts to really show off. Still not sure if you can splurge on them with this month’s budget? Well, we’ve found just the thing to keep you smiling through spring.

Giuseppe Zanotti Sharon Two-Tone Satin Platform Pumps in black and fuchsia

Giuseppe Zanotti Sharon Two-Tone Satin Platform Pumps
($471.75, Bluefly)

Erin Heatherton Loves Giuseppe Zanotti

Erin Heatherton wearing black and fuchsia Giuseppe Zanotti Sharon Two-Tone Satin Platform Pumps

Steve Madden “OBSTICLE” Ankle Strap Platform Pumps

HOT DEAL: Use promo code “SMSPRING15” to get 15% OFF + Free Shipping on your order of $75 or more! Offer valid until 06/30/12.

Designer Steve Madden never fails to provide us with both affordable and very sexy shoes. This pair is no exception, with their dramatic and sophisticated flair. Plus, you can get them in ivory too if you’re looking for more versatility and prefer to let your other accessories take center stage. Either way, make sure you paint your toes in a dark or bright shade (depending on your skin tone) to echo the fabulous contrast of these heels.

Steve Madden "OBSTICLE" Ankle Strap Platform Pumps (Giuseppe Zanotti Sharon knockoffs)

Steve Madden “OBSTICLE” Ankle Strap Platform Pumpsls
($89.95, Steve Madden)

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